Wednesday, July 11, 2012

This recipe is one I created one day when I was craving some fresh shrimp. It's so great living here on the coast, where I am blessed to be able to get really fresh, locally caught, seafood. But, you can also substitute shrimp from your local supermarket as well if you need to. I buy them deheaded, with the shells still on. (more about that later) It is fairly easy, and it is so delicious. Give it a try, I'm sure you will enjoy it!

Place shells in large saucepan with the five cups water. Bring water to a boil; reduce heat, & simmer for five minutes.

Remove shells from water, throw shells away, but reserve the water. Measure 4 cups of water that shrimp shells were cooked in. If needed, add a little more water to bring it to 4 cups. Place water back in saucepan, add the 1 tsp. Old Bay Seasoning, 1 tsp. Lemon Pepper, 1 Tbs. vegetable oil, and 1/2 tsp. salt. Bring water with seasonings, to a boil. Add rice, cover and cook for twenty minutes. Remove lid, fluff rice with fork, recover rice and set aside.

About Me

"I wasn't born in the south ~ but I got here as fast as I could" is a quote that just about sums it up for me. Originally from the midwest, I have enjoyed the transition to the south and have adapted well. I love all things "southern" including: fried chicken, sweet tea, and biscuits & gravy. Yum yum,